Family lawyers across the land are rubbing their hands together in eager anticipation of their busiest time of year - Divorce Day.

It’s the day solicitors get a nice boost to their business as they see a surge in separation enquiries after the pressures of the festive break.

If you've been biting your tongue over Christmas or putting on a brave face for the sake of the kids, then the earliest chance you'll get to do something about your broken relationship could very well be the first Monday back at work.

Which is why lawyers wryly dub it Divorce Day, looking forward to a huge rise in calls as couples make the difficult decision to separate.

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The reality is that many of the calls they receive in January are from couples who are already at crisis point after existing relationship tensions have come to a head over Christmas.

Family lawyer Charlotte Leyshon, of Cardiff-based firm Lux, once received a call on Christmas Day after a wife discovered a receipt for a diamond Rolex that was never placed under the family tree, and was instead intended for her husband's mistress...

One in 10 divorcees think they could've saved their relationship (Image: Getty Images)

How can I avoid a divorce?

According to Relate's research, one in 10 divorcees reckon they could've saved their relationship if they'd had the right support.

So if you think you chose a good partner and you're not ready to give up just yet, here are some things to consider before seeking a divorce.

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Work hard

If you and your partner want to rebuild a loving marriage, stop the fighting and come up with a serious action plan. Put the anger aside and work hard.

Be accountable

Approach your partner with a sense of self-accountability rather than finger pointing. Use positive reinforcement to make sure your partner is growing with you without feeling negatively about you, themselves or your marriage.

Communicate effectively

Keep your tone and language productive. There's nothing more detrimental to a damaged marriage than speaking to your partner in a negative and condescending manner.

Dress for success

Take care of your physical and outward appearance while working with your partner through this rocky period. Feeling confident is an important factor when working to prevent divorce.